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Yoga Enthusiasts Troops to Indian High Commission to Mark International Yoga Day
Yoga Enthusiasts Troops to Indian High Commission to Mark International Yoga Day
By: Michael Mike
Nearly 500 Yoga enthusiasts from all walks of life, Nigerian dignitaries, Heads of Diplomatic Missions, Members of diplomatic corps, Indian community and friends from Media trooped to the High Commission of India in Abuja to celebrate the 8th edition of International Day of Yoga (IDY).
The programme which was held in the Chancery premises on the Indian High Commission on Tuesday had in attendance dignitaries who participated in the Yoga session.
Among the dignitaries include Minister of Federal Capital Territory, Mohammed Bello, Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Information & Culture, Dr (Mrs) Ifeoma Anyanwutaku,, representative of Minister of Health, Dr. Osagie Ehanire, Ms. Jumomoh, Acting Director (Asia- Pacific), Ministry of Foreign Affairs, representative of Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Awwal Gambo, representative of Permanent Secretary of Federal Ministry of Youth and Sports Development, Alhaji Ismaila Abubakar, representative of Comptroller-General, Nigerian Customs Service, Col Hamid Ibrahim Ali (retired), representative of Chairman NDLEA, Brigadier General Buba Marwa (retired), representative of Director General of NAFDAC, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye. High ranking diplomats and family members from British High Commission, Canadian High Commission, UAE, Bangladesh High Commission, Kenya and Angola also participated in the event.
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The programme started with the brief remarks by Acting High Commissioner H.E. V.S.D.L Surrendra, who in his remarks explained the importance of Yoga in modern lifestyle.
He also highlighted that the tremendous potential of this age -old practice to change our mental, physical,and spiritual health.
The FCT Minister in his message highlighted the importance of Yoga in today’s life and was optimistic about the opening of more yoga centres across Nigeria in future.
The yoga session began with the demonstration of Yoga Protocol by yoga instructors Mr. Akshay Jain of Art of Living Ms. Sarah of Hearts Heartiest and Ms. Bhawna Vajpai.
Some useful yoga postures (Standing, Sitting, Prone and Supine) and breathing exercises were performed by the Yoga instructors along with participants, with kids from Heartiest Heart performing a yoga dance.
Yoga Enthusiasts Troops to Indian High Commission to Mark International Yoga Day
Troops Repel Bandit Attack, Rescue Lower Sharia Court Judge in Katsina State
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops have successfully repelled a bandit attack in Mahuta Village, Dandume Local Government Area (LGA), Katsina State, and rescued a prominent local judge, Mr. Rabiu Tukur, following the abduction of six residents on April 8, 2025.
Zagazola Makama informed by security sources that three attack occurred around 11:55 p.m. when armed bandits stormed the village, kidnapping six individuals, including Mr. Tukur, a 49-year-old judge with the Lower Sharia Court, Dandume.
The troops engaged the bandits in a fierce confrontation, successfully rescuing Mr. Tukur without any harm.
Efforts to locate and rescue the remaining five victims are ongoing, with security forces intensifying search and rescue operations in the surrounding areas.
Troops Repel Bandit Attack, Rescue Lower Sharia Court Judge in Katsina State
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Clash Between Commuters and Customs Officers Leads to Accident and Mob Violence in Maiadua, Kastina
Clash Between Commuters and Customs Officers Leads to Accident and Mob Violence in Maiadua, Kastina
By: Zagazola Makama
A clash between a Customs patrol team and commuters resulted in a serious accident at Koza Village, Maiadua Local Government Area (LGA), on April 8, 2025, at around 8:35 p.m.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the Customs team was in pursuit of a commuter vehicle when the incident occurred.
In the aftermath, an angry mob set fire to the Customs camp in retaliation for the accident. The situation escalated, but the Division Police Officer (DPO) quickly mobilized police personnel to the scene to restore order.
As of now, the situation has been brought under control, and an investigation is underway to ascertain the details surrounding the incident.
Clash Between Commuters and Customs Officers Leads to Accident and Mob Violence in Maiadua, Kastina
Bandit Attack Foiled in Musawa LGA Kastina As Nine Kidnapped Victims Rescued
By: Zagazola Makama
In a daring rescue operation, the security forces successfully foiled a kidnapping attempt and rescued nine victims from armed bandits on April 9, 2025, at approximately 1:25 a.m.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the suspected armed bandits, riding motorcycles, stormed Farin Dutse in Dangani, Musawa Local Government Area, and abducted several individuals.
However, the timely response from the Division Police Officer (DPO), who mobilized a Joint APC Patrol to the scene, led to a fierce gun battle with the bandits.
In the aftermath of the engagement, six females and three males were rescued and swiftly transported to the General Hospital Musawa for medical attention.
The victims are reported to be in stable condition.
Bandit Attack Foiled in Musawa LGA Kastina As Nine Kidnapped Victims Rescued
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